subject: Travelling Tips for Insulin Dependent Diabetics [print this page] Travelling Tips for Insulin Dependent Diabetics
Diabetes control can be a trial, even when you are in a familiar location with all of your supplies at hand. Going to a foreign country, or even a different city, adds extra complications and can be daunting. With the proper planning, however, travel can be enjoyable and relaxing.
Before you go:
Get travel insurance
Check in with your health care provider to make sure that you are fit to travel, and get any vaccinations required for your destination
Fill any prescriptions you require (make sure you have twice what you need, just in case)
Bring copies of your prescriptions and a list of medications that you are taking
Research your destination for information on medical clinics and food options
Keep prescriptions, diabetes medications and syringes on you at all times
Don't let your insulin or insulin pump go through the x-ray talk to the security staff beforehand and ask for a manual search of your medical supplies
Make sure all insulin and supplies are properly marked with a professionally printed label from the manufacturer or pharmacy
Insulin syringes must have needle guards and be kept with your insulin
Alert the security staff if you are wearing an insulin pump as they will need to check it in person
Take time to stretch or walk around
While There:
Remember to keep time differences in mind when you check your blood sugar level. Talk to your doctor, as you may need to adjust the dosage of your long acting insulin, depending on how many hours you gain or lose in your travels.
Always bring extra water and snacks on outings
Keep your diabetes medication in two separate places, just in case anything gets lost or stolen
Never go on hikes or to remote places on your own, and make sure that your travel buddy is aware you are an insulin dependent diabetic.
Whether you are going away for a weekend or a month, to a new city or a new country, the proper preparation can ensure an enjoyable trip. Bring extras of all your diabetes supplies, keep snacks and bottled water with you at all times, and when in doubt, ask your health care provider.
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